At the Elevation Project, our goal is to empower parents who are mapping out the challenges of raising children while building their own futures. We are committed to providing equitable support for every family we serve.

Young Parent Day Program

Elevation Project

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Our Young Parent Day Program provides comprehensive support to help individuals and families achieve long-term stability and success.

This one year program, designed for parents/legal Guardians between 14 and 24yrs old who are receiving TAFDC/DTA benefits, focuses on providing care takers with the resources needed to better provide for themselves and their families and achieve long-term stability and success.

We offer therapeutic referral services, including counseling and CSECT sessions, to promote emotional wellbeing, coping skills, and personal growth. In addition, we connect individuals and families with essential stability resources, such as housing support, community referrals, parenting assistance, and crisis intervention. Participants can work toward their GED certification through guided instruction, tutoring, and individualized academic support.

Together, these services create a safe, structured environment that empowers participants to build stronger futures for themselves and their families.

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How we can help

Financial Literacy

Budgeting
Saving
Setting up Bank Accounts
Needs vs. Wants

Education Advancement

GED
Secondary Education Enrollment
Studying Skills

Life Skills

Therapy
Conflict Resolution
Time Management
Resume Building

Red Flags & Vulnerable Populations

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Victim Compensation

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Training Programs and Workshops to Identify and Support At-Risk Youth

We Rise: Introduction to CSEC Resources and Services

We Rise staff offer various programs designed to equip those in youth-interfacing roles with tools to identify and support youth who are impacted by sexual exploitation.

An Introduction to CSEC Population

This one-hour introductory level training is designed for anyone who may encounter youth who are impacted by sexual exploitation. Participants will learn to define, recognize, and appropriately respond to sexually exploited youth in the context of their service setting. Participants will receive instruction on handling disclosures, supporting youth in their healing journey and accessing available resources.

Tell Tale Signs of Sexual Abuse

Teen Dating Violence

Clinical (Understanding and Responding)

Internet Safety and Social Media

For questions about our workshops (available for local organizations and schools), please contact Consuela Harrison at charrison@centerboard.org or use the form below:

The success and impact of this program would not be possible without the support of our funders and partners.

Thank you for your continuous support of our mission.

This project was (partially) supported by the Massachusetts Office for Victim Assistance through state bridge funds, and/or a Victims of Crime Act of 1984 (VOCA) grant from the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice, and/or the Human Trafficking and Drunk Driving Trust Funds.